The Riverdance Revolution and The Michael Flatley Story

This book tells the story of Michael Flatley and the boom in Irish dance he helped spark. It begins with his Chicago roots and his path to world champion, then follows Riverdance and the explosion of Irish dance around the globe. Further chapters cover Lord of the Dance and his empire of spectacle, his music, film work and life at Castlehyde, and finally his legacy, philosophy and the future of Irish dance. Dance fans and anyone who remembers the Riverdance phenomenon will enjoy this energetic read. 161 pages.